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Vegas Golden Knights hold off Florida Panthers 3-2, move win from Stanley Cup title

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights are on the verge of winning their first Stanley Cup title after holding on to beat the Florida Panthers 3-2 in Game 4 of the final Saturday night.Vegas leads the series 3-1 and can win the NHL championship on home ice Tuesday night. Getting to the verge that wasn’t easy.Chandler Stephenson scored twice for the Golden Knights, and William Karlsson broke through to end his series-long goal drought to build a 3-0 lead. The Panthers scored twice — Brandon Montour on a pinball goal late in the second period, and Aleksander Barkov’s first of the series early in the third — to claw back into it.But their rally fell short despite a brief, late power play and a flurry that led to a fracas at the final horn.“Obviously, that was a battle till the last second,” Vegas forward Nicolas Roy. “They pushed back there. We knew they would. They’ve been doing it all series. But it’s nice to get that one, for sure.”Now Florida, the eighth seed in ...

Kyle Hendricks gets within 4 outs of a no-hitter, another vintage performance for the Chicago Cubs veteran

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

Kyle Hendricks’ place in Cubs history already was solidified from his role in bringing a World Series title to Chicago in 2016.His journey to get back on the mound this season made Saturday’s performance particularly special.Four starts into his comeback from a serious right shoulder injury that sidelined him 10 months, Hendricks took a no-hitter into the eighth inning against the San Francisco Giants, coming four outs away in a 4-0 win Saturday at Oracle Park. It’s the deepest a no-hitter has been taken by a major-league pitcher this year.Hendricks knew early on he had a no-hitter going.“I realized that I walked a guy already so I didn’t want to pitch around guys to get it necessarily,” Hendricks said. “I just want to stay on the attack, keep making my pitches and whatever happens happens.Hendricks called his own game using Pitch Com to help him get in a rhythm with catcher Miguel Amaya. He credited the rookie for his between-innings insigh...

Saturday’s high school roundup/scores: Westford rallies past L-S, remains undefeated

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

BASEBALLWestford Academy showed true grit in rallying to keep its undefeated season and championship hopes alive for another day.The Ghosts staged a three-run rally to tie the score in the last of the seventh, then Justin Davighi’s bases loaded single in the eighth gave No. 3 Westford Academy (21-0) a dramatic 4-3 win over Dual County League rival Lincoln-Sudbury in a Div. 1 second-round contest.Down to their last three outs, the Ghosts relied on RBI singles by Kush Gami and Ben Mulgrew to deadlock the score, setting the stage for the extra-inning heroics.In a Div. 1 quarterfinal contest, Shawn Cali’s fourth-inning sacrifice fly plated AJ Lewis with what proved to be the winning run as No. 2 Taunton (19-4) edged seventh-seeded BC High, 3-2. … Alfred Mucciarone threw a four-hitter while striking out 11 and allowing one earned run as No. 1 Franklin (22-3) edged No. 9 Bridgewater-Raynham 2-1.In the Div. 2 quarterfinals, Evan Yakavonis threw a shutout while giving up just seven hits and...

Golden Knights fend off Panthers 3-2, move 1 win from Stanley Cup title

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Vegas Golden Knights are on the verge of winning their first Stanley Cup title after holding on to beat the Florida Panthers 3-2 in Game 4 of the final Saturday night.Vegas leads the series 3-1 and can win the NHL championship on home ice Tuesday night. Getting to the verge that wasn’t easy.Chandler Stephenson scored twice for the Golden Knights, and William Karlsson broke through to end his series-long goal drought to build a 3-0 lead. The Panthers scored twice — Brandon Montour on a pinball goal late in the second period, and Aleksander Barkov’s first of the series early in the third — to claw back into it.But their rally fell short despite a brief, late power play and a flurry that led to a fracas at the final horn.“Obviously, that was a battle until the last second,” said Vegas forward Nicolas Roy. “They pushed back there. We knew they would. They’ve been doing it all series. But it’s nice to get that one, for sure.”Now Florida, the eighth se...

Cook County ME ID's teen couple killed in car crash

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. — Hoffman Estates police believe alcohol may be involved in a crash Saturday morning that left two teens dead.The three-car crash was reported just before 9 a.m. near Higgins Road and Barrington Road. Huntley police: Man fired shots at officers, one officer fired round The driver of one of the cars involved, an 18-year-old woman, and their passenger, an 18-year-old man, were killed, according to a news release from the Hoffman Estates Police Department.According to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office, the 18-year-old woman has been identified as Amelia Mazeikis, and the 18-year-old man has been identified as D'Shaun "DJ" Tudela.According to family, the two were in a 3-year relationship and had just graduated from Schaumburg High School in May."He was such an amazing, amazing person," said Khailani Davila-Tudela, DJ's cousin. "He loved to bake. He loved to play with his brothers. He has a dog and he loved her to pieces. But most importantly, he loved Ame...

Advocate Children's Hospital hosts prom for teens with illnesses

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

OAK BROOK, Ill. — Teens rocked their best dresses and suits as they danced, bowled and played games Saturday night while attending Advocate Children’s Hospital’s teen patient prom at Pinstripes in Oak Brook.“Prom can be a milestone for teenagers each spring, but too often patients battling complex medical conditions miss out. We are thrilled to host a prom where our patients can relax and have fun with friends in a safe setting,” said Kevynne Dudek, child life specialist, who helped organize the special event. “Being able to share this experience with them and see firsthand how much fun they are having is very special.”Patients and their guests at the Dunkin’ and Dancin’ ‘till the Sun Goes Down Prom. (Credit: Johnna Kelly)Patients and their guests at the Dunkin’ and Dancin’ ‘till the Sun Goes Down Prom. (Credit: Johnna Kelly)Patients and their guests at the Dunkin’ and Dancin’ ‘till the Sun Goes Down Prom. (Credit: Johnna Kelly)Patients and their guests at the Dunkin’ and Dancin’ ‘t...

Saturday Night Forecast: Breezy, low of 58

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

Saturday Night: Increasing clouds, breezy & chance of showers late. SW 10-20, G35 mph, Low 58Sunday: Mostly cloudy, breezy & showers likely. Much cooler. N 15-25, G 35 mph, High low 60sChicago Weather | Tom Skilling and the WGN Weather Center's Forecast (wgntv.com)Extended outlook calls for temps a bit warmer into the low 70s for Monday with a chance of showers in the afternoon. Tuesday temps in the upper 70s and slight chance of showers. More sunshine for Wednesday and temps in the mid to low 80s. 

‘Everything was good’ in Kenta Maeda’s third rehab start with Saints

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

If, indeed, Kenta Maeda’s third rehab start with the Saints was his last, he gave every indication that he is ready to rejoin the big league club.The Twins’ right-hander pitched four shutout innings against the Iowa Cubs on Saturday night at CHS Field, allowing three singles while striking out five.After he threw 45 pitches in his second rehab start, the goal was to stretch Maeda out to 60 pitches on Saturday. Maeda left after throwing 60 pitches, owning a 2-0 lead. The Cubs dominated after that, beating the Saints 9-3 in the bottom.Maeda was not available to speak with the media after the game, but Saints manager Toby Gardenhire said he was impressed with Maeda’s outing.“The (velocity) was good, the splitter was good, the slider was good. Everything was good,” he said.The question now is whether the Twins will call him up or have him make one more start with the Saints.“I can see both scenarios,” Gardenhire said. “It all depends what their need is up there. Right now the starters t...

Man found shot to death in North Hollywood parking lot

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

A man was found shot to death after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood early Saturday morning.Los Angeles police officers responded to reports of shots fired in a parking lot near Cleon Avenue and Magnolia Boulevard around 1:05 a.m.Police said the victim was standing in an alleyway behind some businesses when he was approached by the suspect and gunfire erupted.A man was killed after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood on June 10, 2023. (OC Hawk)A man was killed after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood on June 10, 2023. (OC Hawk)A man was killed after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood on June 10, 2023. (OC Hawk)A man was killed after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood on June 10, 2023. (OC Hawk)A man was killed after gunfire erupted outside of a business complex in North Hollywood on June 10, 2023. (OC Hawk)A man was killed after gunfi...

Owner of Byron ranch charged with illegally growing 458,353 marijuana plants

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 17:37:00 GMT

BYRON — In what authorities hope allows them to seize large amounts of cash and property, an Alameda man has been charged with three misdemeanors for allegedly cultivating more than 450,000 cannabis plants.The defendant, a 50-year-old Alameda man, was charged with allowing a place for preparing a controlled substance, possession of marijuana and cultivating marijuana, all misdemeanors. The Alameda County Sheriff’s office started investigating him in 2022, based on a tip that he was illegally growing marijuana under the guise of running a hemp business, authorities say.In a June 2022 raid of his property on 13600 Christensen Road, police reportedly found 419,102 plants being grown in 311 greenhouses, many of which the defendant allegedly rented to people for $1,500 a month. Officers also seized $230,000.Police allege that the Alameda man was seeking to acquire hemp permits, but acknowledged to county officials that he ran illegal grow houses.Subsequent raids of one of his...